MIDDLETOWN, CT (02.24.22) – GoFast Solutions is excited to announce the official date for the 2022 Mobile Expo… April 6th at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA from 9 AM-6 PM.
“The Mobile Expo is the traditional kick-off to the season,” said David Prinz CEO of GoFast Solutions. “As the weather starts to turn and the days get longer, consumers are anxious to break out recreational vehicles (cars, ATVs, boats, motorcycles, etc.) that were stored for the winter.”
Last year, GoFast held the Mobile Expo virtually… this year, it’s back Live and in-person and bigger than ever! GoFast, together with the Mobile Expo Platinum Sponsors, is offering attendees the opportunity to win nearly $2 Million. Three Grand Prizes are sponsored by some of the biggest names in the Mobile Electronics industry. Sony ES is sponsoring the $1 Million Challenge, Boss Audio is sponsoring the $500k Challenge, and Diamond Audio is sponsoring the $250k Challenge.
David expounds, “These are potentially Life-Changing prizes, but the truth is that simply attending Mobile Expo 2022 and investing the time into your business, meeting with 40+ vendors, and getting specialized training & product knowledge is guaranteed to impact your business exponentially.”
This One-Day Only Live Show will Feature:
Keynote Speaker Chris Cook from the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA)
Live Training & Presentations
New Product Launches
Catered Breakfast & Lunch
Cocktail Hour
Prizes & Giveaways
Networking Opportunities
The 2022 GoFast Solutions Mobile Expo is being held LIVE & In-Person at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts on April 6th, from 9 am – 6 pm.
AVON LAKE, OH (02.24.22) – Be part of a proven winning lineup by applying to the Design Engineering Inc. 2022 Sponsorship Program.
Offering heat and sound control products and support to all corners of the automotive aftermarket, the sponsorship program is looking to partner with quality builders, race teams and exciting vehicles.
“You use the best heat and sound control products in your build or race car, and we let the world know about it,” said Will Farkas, Sponsorship Coordinator for DEI. “Team DEI isn’t just a sponsorship—it is an elite group of the best of the best.”
DEI-sponsored racers and projects over the years have included Street Machine and Hot Rod of the Year honorees, Barrett-Jackson Cup winners, national and international driver and rider champions, and world-renowned builders.
A Team DEI Sponsorship includes:
The highest-quality products for improved performance
High-profile coverage through DEI’s social media & marketing outlets
Elite partnership opportunities, with full product & technical support
In return, sponsored partners will be expected to showcase the performance and quality of DEI products including through a profile on CarBuffNetwork.com, help increase brand awareness and loyalty, and provide high-quality content for the company’s marketing initiatives.
To get started, simply head to the Sponsorship page on the DEI site at designengineering.com/sponsorships/. Click on “Fill out an application,” follow the steps and send it in.
AVON LAKE, OH (02.24.22) – Close the door on annoying rattles, squeaks and vibrations in your Mazda Miata with the new Door Vibration Damping Kit (#50296) from Design Engineering, Inc.
Suitable for use on all Miata years and models, the door-specific kits include four 6″x12″ pre-cut Boom Mat® material pieces and two 2″x24″ tape strips for complete coverage.
“This Door Kit reduces noise and vibrations from the metal body, and keeps interiors quiet, with improved interior acoustics,” stated Mike Buca of DEI.
Boom Mat easily forms to bends and curves, and is thin and pliable enough to fit into tight spaces. An easy-to-peel self-adhesive backing makes the attractive black material simple to install.
The new Door Kit joins two other offerings for total Miata coverage. DEI’s 1990-2005 Miata Vibration Damping Kit (#50600) is a nine-piece complete interior solution for the Mazda’s metal floor, firewall, rear bulkhead and rear deck.
The next step is to add ultra-level comfort by installing DEI’s Mazda Miata Pre-Cut Insulation Kit (#50295) that replaces existing padding and insulation with the company’s engineered UC Lite material.
For more information about the new Miata Door Kit, related Miata products, and DEI’s complete line of performance heat and sound control products, visit www.DesignEngineering.com.
PITTSBURGH, PA (02.23.22) – The Pittsburgh International Auto Show was back at the David L Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh February 18th-21st. The 4-Day show, that included President’s Day, brought exciting new vehicles, displays, products and fun for the whole family. In all the show featured 21 makes and models of vehicles from around the world.
This image shows just part of the Team Nutz 7000 square-foot booth.
Team Nutz, proactive 12volt and automotive aftermarket retailer, was once again on site. This year, the Team Nutz occupied a 7000 square foot booth in the Convention Center. Team Nutz has been exhibiting at the Pittsburg Auto Show for over 15 years. During the show at times there were 16 members of the Team Nutz crew engaged with show attendees in meaningful one-on-one conversations.
The wheel display saw a lot of action and drove Monday in-store sales.
For Team Nutz Ed Nuttall stated “Our booth was filled with demo vehicles, a big selection of wheels, OEM Display, a Marine display, a wide variety of product displays plus live installations of vehicle wraps, bed liner jobs, paint protection polishing, window tinting, leather Katzkin seat installations and DSP audio demos. One of the wrap demos projects was a full wrap of our new 24’ Team Nutz Trailer. With bed liner we are actually coating the bodies of pickups and cars. A Mustang in our booth was an example that drew a lot of attention.”
The on-site wrap of the new Team Nutz was a live demo that lasted throughout the event.
Nuttall Continued “Standouts for demo vehicles was the International All Ways Safe truck loaded with Memphis Audio that debuted at SEMA 2021. Vince Murray’s Gladiator highlighting a wide range of Metra products grabbed attention throughout the show…along with the Corvette C8 with Lambo doors. Our Auto Magic delivery truck also helped get the word out about all our car care products.”
There was plenty for show goers to see in the huge Team Nutz area.
On Monday following the Auto Show the phone at the store was ringing off the hook. One of the first customers at the store picked up a $2500. set of wheels he saw at the show. All of this while Team Nutz was still manning the booth on President’s day.
This Mustang demo in the booth featured a body painted with bed liner.
“With the large crowd at the event over the 4 days I know we had probably more than 5000 direct conversations with attendees. We also passed out a ton of lanyards, stickers and koozies. We had 2500 business cards and ran out. With all that interaction we anticipate a considerable amount of business from the event. We definitely look forward to being back at the Pittsburg International Auto Show in 2023” Nuttall concluded.
BUFORD, GA (02.23.22) – “Real Performance Marketing had its first in-person retreat and meeting in Chattanooga TN the weekend of January 28th through the 31st. We gathered together our seven team members that live in six different states for the first time. The long weekend included a very productive 3-hour roundtable discussion on a variety of topics and time to get out and explore the vibrant Chattanooga area” firm Principal Scott Hochmuth related.
L to R: Scott Hochmuth, Marta Coplen, Todd Newell, Rebecca McLaurin, Jay McLaurin, John Gray, Jason Upchurch
For the firm’s retreat they secured a large residence to maximize the time and relaxed setting team members had together. Like many companies in the 12volt industry 2021 was a very strong year and the firm registered an increase in sales that topped 40% over the preceding year. “Growth in the Powersports category definitely was a driver in the 2021 sales increase” Hochmuth related.
RPM represents lines like Wetsounds, Arc Audio, Audiofrog, Aunex, MB Quart, MTX, and Carbine – as well as several well-known Powersports lines in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic areas.”
As February draws to a close sales for the first 2 months of 2022 remain strong at Real Performance Marketing.
DANIA BEACH, FL & EGMATING, GERMANY (02.23.22) – HKI USA is excited to announce a new product to excite car audio dealers to the concept of Pro SQ, while maintaining simple installation and without breaking the bank.
The GZIC 165.2SPL is the newest creation from Ground Zero Car Audio in the Iridium line, that bridges the gap between Pro Audio and Entry Level car audio. This kit allows for a pro style car build with components that are a lot more familiar and traditional. Taking advantage of the new GZCT 25M Competition Line 25mm tweeter, and pairing it with an all new Pro based 6.5” mid bass driver designed around the improved Iridium cone, this kit helps dealers and customers obtain a little more than a standard style kit, without stepping over to the need for custom fabrication with larger pro style componentry.
“This addition to our line up is just another step in helping our car audio retailers be able to offer their clients the complete solution under the Ground Zero brand” says Jacob Brown of HKI USA.
For more information or to become an authorized HKI USA retailer, contact your local sales representative or email HKI USA at info@hki-usa.com
LAS VEGAS, NV (02.22.22) – The Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) announced the winners of the 2022 Mobile Electronics Industry Awards. The awards were presented Sunday evening at the conclusion of a successful KnowledgeFest Las Vegas event. The awards recognize and honor professionals in the mobile electronics industry that exhibit outstanding service, business ethics, professionalism, and expertise in their field.
Chris Cook, President of MEA, hosted the event which was attended in person and viewed online by thousands of industry professionals, including family and friends, from the United States and around the globe. Top honors for Installer of the Year went to Marty Adamschek of Andres Electronics – Courtenay, BC. Retailer of the Year was awarded to Titan Motoring – Nashville, TN. Sales Pro of the Year went to Robert Kowatch – Perfectionist Auto Sound & Security – Anchorage, AK. and Trusted Tech of the Year went to Adam Devine – Devine Concepts – Naples, FL. Vendor of the Year went to HKI USA and Distributor of the Year went to DOW Electronics.
“Congratulations to all the nominees, finalist, award winners”, stated Chris Cook, MEA President. “Their accomplishments set a high standard for the Mobile Electronics Industry.” Going forward, MEA will continue to hold the Industry Awards at KnowledgeFest Las Vegas.
STILLWATER, OK (02.22.22) – KICKER Marine Audio has announced the renewal of its sponsorship agreement with Professional Angler Scott Martin. Martin earned his spot to fish the Bassmaster Elite tournament circuit beginning in 2021. He also qualified to fish the 2022 Bassmaster Classic in March, based on his success in his first year fishing the Elites. The 2022 season launches in February with an aggressive schedule through August, including stops in Florida, Tennessee, New York, South Carolina, Texas, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
“Scott is on the water over 300 days, competing in tournaments, filming, editing and delivering high-quality freshwater and saltwater TV shows and videos year-round, differentiating him from other fishing pros and TV hosts,” said KICKER’s Brand Manager, Jeremy Bale. “We are very pleased to partner with the #1 influencer in fishing and appreciate the opportunity to enjoy great messaging and product integration through this powerful association.”
Scott Martin’s 42 Freeman, Vice Versa is always ready to fish!
“This is my life,” added Martin, “I’ve been on the water as a young angler on Lake Okeechobee in the 1970s when my dad began his TV show, ‘Fishing with Roland Martin’. This is what I know best, and I’m so pleased to have the caliber of partner in KICKER Marine Audio along for the ride.”
When Roland Martin and his wife Mary Ann bought a small fishing shack marina on Lake Okeechobee in Clewiston, Florida, it was the beginning of Scott’s journey. The Roland Martin Resort, Tiki Bar and guided fishing services grew as did the younger Martin’s career. He followed in his father’s footsteps becoming a professional angler, respected TV personality and a social media influencer in his own right.
The Scott Martin Challenge, began airing in 2005, featuring Martin in challenging adventures with top anglers as well as his family in a multi-faceted, reality-style TV show that brings his 15 million viewers into the experience. The show airs for 52-weeks on a variety of networks and cable channels including Discovery Channel, ESPN2, Sportsman Channel, CBS Sports Network, World Fishing Network and ATT&T Sports Net SW. Martin’s winning personality is matched only by his fishing prowess, and tremendous success on both the FLW Tour and now, the Bassmaster Elite Tournament trail.
As a hard-core music fan, Martin was introduced to KICKER Marine Audio going back to his high school days, and since then, he cranks up the tunes to fill the time when the fish aren’t biting–or when he out on the boat with friends and family. His KICKER recessed speakers, subwoofers, amps and head unit provide all the entertainment he needs on the water or at the dock
“There is no shortage of KICKER speakers on this boat,” chuckled Martin, who enjoys his 42’ Freeman catamaran for offshore fishing, island hopping and for fishing charters. Named “Vice Versa,’ the boat reflects his love of both fresh and saltwater fishing; his Skeeter Bass Boat is top pick for tournament competition.
DANIA BEACH, FL & EGMATING, GERMANY (02.22.22) – Ground Zero Car Audio and HKI USA are proud to announce the newest item in the Hydrogen line of subwoofers, that will surely bring some excitement to the truck, powersports, and stealth installs we all love to see.
The new GZHW 10SPL-D2 Flat is going to have a huge effect on the industry when it comes to obtaining amazing output, musicality, and install versatility. With its shallow mounting depth of just over 4”, its power handling of 600 WRMS, and its love of smaller enclosures, this subwoofer is going to allow for installs to be a little more fun to listen to. From vented or sealed truck boxes, spare tire enclosures, and even some OEM sized saddle bags and side by side enclosures, these woofers bring something else to the table that we have truly been waiting for.
“With the Pre-Orders opening today, I am looking forward to be able to offer our dealers and their clients an item to maximize their bass output without having to sacrifice tons of space. I have been having to bottle up my excitement for months keeping this a secret and can not wait to see our dealers go to town with these in all types of builds!” States Tommy Spears of HKI USA.
For more information or to become an authorized HKI USA retailer, contact your local sales representative or email HKI USA at info@hki-usa.com
AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.21.22) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. unveiled the third generation AlpineF#1Status System in a Tesla Model S during an exclusive event with AlpineF#1Status Authorized Dealers and Alpine Executive Management at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas.
The AlpineF#1Status system is the first complete premium car audio system to achieve 384kHz/32bit High-Resolution Audio Playback, the highest recording spec possible in a car audio system. This is Alpine Electronics of America’s first complete vehicle install of the third-generation sound system.
Audience members listened intently to the Alpine F#1 Status presentation before the unveil at the MGM Grand.
Complete, High-Resolution Sound System
AlpineF#1Status was designed with one goal in mind: to bring recording studio-level sound performance into the challenging vehicle interior environment and reproduce the ultimate, high-resolution sound.
Comprised of six components – the HDS-7909 Head Unit Commander, DAP-7909 Digital Audio Player, HDP-H900 Digital Signal Processor, two HDA-F900 4-Channel Amplifiers, and HDZ-9000 4-Way Speakers including an HDZ-9000SW 11-inch Subwoofer – the entire system was designed in perfect synchronization to handle the ultra-Hi-Res audio files.
To maintain the High-Resolution Audio Playback spec, the system’s signal path uses custom connectivity, including XLR cables and A2B, making AlpineF#1Status a fully integrated, complete system, and includes RCA connections with up to six channels of high-level input to integrate the factory head unit or aftermarket head unit into the system.
As soon at the car cover came off the Tesla many rushed to check out the installation.
Custom Build for Premium Performance
To demonstrate a premium listening and driving experience, Alpine chose a 2018 Tesla Model S P100D to showcase this ultra-high-resolution sound system. A near-silent Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrain, coupled with the large EV battery bank, made the Tesla Model S an optimal acoustical choice to house and power the AlpineF#1Status system. Additionally, the interior design of the Tesla enabled a custom, recording studio-like interior build.
Built in-house by Alpine’s Detroit Fabrication Team, the Tesla Model S boasts a complete custom dashboard, center console, and trunk fabrication built from scratch. The top plane of the dash was lowered over three inches to install custom, on-axis speaker housings that host the 3-inch midrange speakers and 2.5-inch tweeters. This location was not only ideal to showcase the premium speaker design, but also serves as an optimal listening position for a true front passenger center stage sound experience.
To showcase the system’s ability to retain a factory radio, the build retains the original Tesla 17-inch touchscreen, which controls most of the car’s functions including media, backup camera, interior vehicle controls, and more. Housed underneath the massive screen is the AlpineF#1Status Head Unit Commander, which dons the iconic Alpine green chiclets and controls the media on the Digital Audio Player. A custom, motorized mechanism located at the top center of the dash reveals the factory instrument cluster panel for monitoring speed.
The front door panels house the 7-inch mid-bass speakers that replaced the Tesla factory speakers, with the lower portion fabricated from scratch. From the tweeters to the woofers, all AlpineF#1Status speakers are made from the same high-performance cone material, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) and feature Alpine proprietary technology including DDDrive, DDLinear, and Dual Emission for a completely unified, 4-way system that produces a true stereo image.
The true showstopper of the build is in the rear trunk, which was designed in perfect symmetry to represent the balance of the sound system. The factory panels were removed to utilize the entire cabin space for this premium system. A combination of wood and fiberglass custom panels were added to the sides of the trunk, where the dual 11-inch subwoofers are housed in 1.5 cu ft sealed enclosures for optimal performance.
Multiple levels were added to the bottom of the trunk to showcase the workhorse of the sound system: the Digital Signal Processor and dual, 4-channel amplifiers. A replication Alpine amplifier is featured at the crown of the install as a homage to the Alpine power indicator’s unique design.
Drawing inspiration from the heritage of the third-generation system, aesthetic touches to the front cabin include custom wood paneling and LED lights fixed around the inside of the vehicle, for an “old-school” meets “new-school” design. The wood is authentic Makore veneer (African species of wood) with a clear coat and polish. Premium black leather surrounds the trunk for a modern, clean finish.
The system was meticulously tuned by Alpine’s Detroit Fabrication Team using a specialized, High-Resolution Tuning Kit. The result is a perfectly balanced system that reproduces hair-raising details only found in this ultra-high-resolution system.
Following the unveiling ceremony, the AlpineF#1Status demo vehicle will begin a country-wide tour of the U.S. starting on the West Coast in Spring 2022, where it will be featured at local AlpineF#1Status Authorized Dealers. Details of the vehicle’s journey can be found on www.alpine-usa.com.
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